Ways to Help
“I was determined not to be homeless.”
Tiffany's life began with adversity. Her parents separated when she was just a toddler, leaving her mother to navigate the arduous waters of single parenthood – an unexpected life change that destabilized Tiffany’s family for years. Tiffany, with three siblings under the age of ten, shouldered the immense responsibility of raising herself and her siblings. At the age of 15, Tiffany quit high school and became the sole earner for her family of five.
Tiffany didn’t have the traditional support system that most of us rely on, yet she remained steadfast in responding to the needs of her family. That’s when Tiffany was introduced to Elevate Youth Services.
“I was in the hotel voucher program. I knew it was ending and I was determined NOT to be homeless. I called everyone I could find but there weren’t any apartments. That’s when I found Elevate. That’s when I was safe.”
You can change the trajectory of a young person’s life!
One important way that you can help vulnerable youth here in Vermont is to make a financial contribution to ensure they have the supports and services they need to grow, thrive, and build self-sufficient lives as adults.
Your support means we can be here for youth every day – with counseling, prevention programs, emergency shelter and housing – and as a compassionate partner in problem solving to help them move forward in their lives and pursue their dreams. Your gift matters!
There are many ways you can give, and we are grateful for however you choose to contribute:
Make a one-time online contribution now
Make a monthly contribution
It’s convenient and easy to provide ongoing, reliable support that helps change lives throughout the year. You can change or cancel your gift at any time – and can choose your preferred method of payment:Online – Set up your monthly gift through our secure online site. Just select your donation schedule to be monthly.
Automatic Bill Pay – Arrange for your bank to send us a check for a certain amount each month. This option avoids credit card expiration dates and fees so your gift is uninterrupted and all of it goes directly to help vulnerable youth.
Call 802-229-9151 to set up a monthly gift using your credit card.
Mail : Send your donation to Elevate Youth Services, 652 Granger Rd, Suite 2, Barre, VT 05461
MATCHING GIFTS
Multiply the impact of your gift! Ask your employer if they match charitable donations. Make your own donation and then complete your employer’s matching gift process.
GIVE FROM YOUR IRA, TAX FREE
If you’ve reached age 70 ½, you can donate directly from your IRA without it counting as taxable income – even if you do not itemize deductions on your tax return. Funds must be transferred directly from your IRA to Elevate Youth Services, and can count toward your annual minimum distribution requirement. Consult with your IRA custodian to learn more about making an IRA Charitable Rollover and to initiate your gift.MAKE A STOCK GIFT
Donating stock is one of the most tax-efficient ways to give and a great way to increase your support for vulnerable youth. You may avoid capital gains tax on the appreciated stock and also realize an income tax deduction. Please contact us for the information needed for your transaction: Joe Creighton at 802-229-9151 or email jcreighton@elevateyouthvt.org.Other Creative Ways to Give:
Direct birthday, wedding and other special occasion gifts to Elevate Youth Services. Make your own gift in honor or memory of a special person or occasion. Donate proceeds from a yard sale or collect spare change. Create your own fundraising challenge to raise money when participating in a marathon, a long distance hike or bike ride – or create a challenge to do something that might seem funny or outlandish for you.
Volunteering
You can make a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth by volunteering.
Contact us to learn more about opportunities such as:
Become a shelter parent
Mentor at Return House or our Basement Teen Center
Mentor at the Basement Teen Center
Elevate Youth Services is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by Federal Tax ID Number (EIN): 03-0262162
Legal name: Elevate Youth Services | Address: 652 Granger Rd, Suite 2, Barre, VT 05461
Questions? Contact: Joe Creighton at 802-229-9151 , jcreighton@elevateyouthvt.org.